Diocesan Positions
CONSULTANT FOR FAITH FORMATION AND LAY ECCLESIAL MINISTRY, Catholic Diocese of Youngstown
The full time position of Consultant for Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry is an
excellent opportunity for a creative, enthusiastic minister committed to lifelong faith
formation and the vocation of the laity. Primary responsibilities include sharing in the
mission and projects of the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry
including assessment of resources, providing appropriate opportunities for ongoing faith
formation and certification for parish and school personnel, and development of lay
ecclesial ministers.
The ideal candidate will possess at least five years in effective administration of a parish
catechetical process, working knowledge of key Vatican and USCCB documents guiding
the Church’s mission especially Co-workers in the Vineyard and creativity in designing
new initiatives to serve the catechetical and other pastoral needs of diocesan parishes and
schools. The applicant selected will have the opportunity to contribute to the
development of a new and an expansive formation process for Lay Ecclesial Ministry. An
M.A. in theology or religious studies is required, as is active parish membership, a
commitment to the role of catechesis in every aspect of ministry, and a collaborative
ministry style. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication is essential.
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Barbara Walko
Diocesan Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry
330 744-8451 Ext. 301
bwalko@youngstowndiocese.org
Posted 06/28/2022
The full time position of Consultant for Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry is an
excellent opportunity for a creative, enthusiastic minister committed to lifelong faith
formation and the vocation of the laity. Primary responsibilities include sharing in the
mission and projects of the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry
including assessment of resources, providing appropriate opportunities for ongoing faith
formation and certification for parish and school personnel, and development of lay
ecclesial ministers.
The ideal candidate will possess at least five years in effective administration of a parish
catechetical process, working knowledge of key Vatican and USCCB documents guiding
the Church’s mission especially Co-workers in the Vineyard and creativity in designing
new initiatives to serve the catechetical and other pastoral needs of diocesan parishes and
schools. The applicant selected will have the opportunity to contribute to the
development of a new and an expansive formation process for Lay Ecclesial Ministry. An
M.A. in theology or religious studies is required, as is active parish membership, a
commitment to the role of catechesis in every aspect of ministry, and a collaborative
ministry style. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication is essential.
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Barbara Walko
Diocesan Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry
330 744-8451 Ext. 301
bwalko@youngstowndiocese.org
Posted 06/28/2022
Parish Positions
PARISH MINISTRY position for St. Paul Parish, 935 E State Street, Salem, OH 44460
St. Paul Parish in Salem seeks a part-time Pastoral Minister for the growing Hispanic
population of Salem. Applicants should be bilingual, experienced in ministry with the
diverse needs of the Hispanic families, and enthusiastic about providing sacramental
preparation, social services and ESL sessions. The Parish based Centro San Pablo is open
two days each week and the parish has a weekly Sunday Spanish Mass. St. Paul Parish
continues to provide social ministry to those in need regardless of their church membership
or status. A complete position description is available upon request.
Monsignor Peter Polando, JCL ppolando@youngstowndiocese.org
Parish Size: Large
Catholic School: K – 6
Phone: 330 332-0336
Posted 07/13/2022
St. Paul Parish in Salem seeks a part-time Pastoral Minister for the growing Hispanic
population of Salem. Applicants should be bilingual, experienced in ministry with the
diverse needs of the Hispanic families, and enthusiastic about providing sacramental
preparation, social services and ESL sessions. The Parish based Centro San Pablo is open
two days each week and the parish has a weekly Sunday Spanish Mass. St. Paul Parish
continues to provide social ministry to those in need regardless of their church membership
or status. A complete position description is available upon request.
Monsignor Peter Polando, JCL ppolando@youngstowndiocese.org
Parish Size: Large
Catholic School: K – 6
Phone: 330 332-0336
Posted 07/13/2022
PARISH MINISTRY position for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, 381 Robbins Avenue, Niles, OH 44446.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish seeks a Parish Director of Religious Education to provide
lifelong faith formation for this multigenerational, family centered community. The person
selected will be invited to recruit teams of persons to design and implement effective adult faith
opportunities for parish missions as well as develop small faith sharing groups, with attention to
all adults, and a welcoming approach to invite young adults to share their gifts with the
community. He or she will oversee elementary catechesis, serve as compliance officer, prepare
young people and their families for reception of sacraments, promote active youth ministry, and
facilitate the RCIA process. An M.A. in theology, or willing to work toward an M.A. is
preferred. Position may be part time or full time depending on availability of the right person,
with adjustments to duties corresponding.
Very Reverend Monsignor John A. Zuraw jzuraw@youngstowndiocese.org
Phone 330 652-5825
Posted 06/28/2022
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish seeks a Parish Director of Religious Education to provide
lifelong faith formation for this multigenerational, family centered community. The person
selected will be invited to recruit teams of persons to design and implement effective adult faith
opportunities for parish missions as well as develop small faith sharing groups, with attention to
all adults, and a welcoming approach to invite young adults to share their gifts with the
community. He or she will oversee elementary catechesis, serve as compliance officer, prepare
young people and their families for reception of sacraments, promote active youth ministry, and
facilitate the RCIA process. An M.A. in theology, or willing to work toward an M.A. is
preferred. Position may be part time or full time depending on availability of the right person,
with adjustments to duties corresponding.
Very Reverend Monsignor John A. Zuraw jzuraw@youngstowndiocese.org
Phone 330 652-5825
Posted 06/28/2022
PARISH MINISTRY POSITION for St. Charles Parish, 7345 Westview Dr., Boardman, OH 44512
St. Charles Parish welcomes applicants for the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry position (35 hours per week) to join the existing staff and bring an excitement for sustaining a youth presence in this large multi-generational community. Persons must be familiar with and embrace the principles of Christus Vivit and Renewing the Vision in their commitment to designing and implementing programs for youth and young adults that enables apostolic witness, ongoing faith formation, retreat opportunities, and spiritual growth. The person selected will recruit and form new volunteers to expand existing ministries as well as develop opportunities to incorporate the gifts of youth in all aspects of parish life. Persons with a vision for a youth centered church are encouraged to consider joining our staff!
Reverend Philip Rogers progers@youngstowndiocese.org
330 758 2325
Parish size: Large
Posted: 6/2/2022
St. Charles Parish welcomes applicants for the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry position (35 hours per week) to join the existing staff and bring an excitement for sustaining a youth presence in this large multi-generational community. Persons must be familiar with and embrace the principles of Christus Vivit and Renewing the Vision in their commitment to designing and implementing programs for youth and young adults that enables apostolic witness, ongoing faith formation, retreat opportunities, and spiritual growth. The person selected will recruit and form new volunteers to expand existing ministries as well as develop opportunities to incorporate the gifts of youth in all aspects of parish life. Persons with a vision for a youth centered church are encouraged to consider joining our staff!
Reverend Philip Rogers progers@youngstowndiocese.org
330 758 2325
Parish size: Large
Posted: 6/2/2022
MINISTRY POSITION for Basilica of St. John the Baptist and St. Peter Church Parish
The Parish Communities of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and Saint Peter Church seek a qualified
full time Parish Director of Religious Education to oversee the catechetical needs of the families. These
Downtown Canton Parishes work together in a friendly collaboration to serve the needs of the Church and
the broader community. Primary responsibilities include administration of the combined programs of
elementary CCD, Youth Ministry, RCIA, and adult faith formation, in collaboration with the Pastor.
Candidates must have knowledge and practice of the Catholic Faith. Preference will be given to those
holding a Master degree in Theology or working towards the proper qualifications.
Reverend John Sheridan jsheridan@youngstowndiocese.org
330 453-8493
Parish size: Medium
726 Cleveland Avenue NW St. Peter School Grades PK-5
Canton, Ohio 44702
Posted 05/16/2022
The Parish Communities of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and Saint Peter Church seek a qualified
full time Parish Director of Religious Education to oversee the catechetical needs of the families. These
Downtown Canton Parishes work together in a friendly collaboration to serve the needs of the Church and
the broader community. Primary responsibilities include administration of the combined programs of
elementary CCD, Youth Ministry, RCIA, and adult faith formation, in collaboration with the Pastor.
Candidates must have knowledge and practice of the Catholic Faith. Preference will be given to those
holding a Master degree in Theology or working towards the proper qualifications.
Reverend John Sheridan jsheridan@youngstowndiocese.org
330 453-8493
Parish size: Medium
726 Cleveland Avenue NW St. Peter School Grades PK-5
Canton, Ohio 44702
Posted 05/16/2022
Outside the Diocese
DIRECTOR OF EVANGELIZATION position for Saints Martha and Mary Parish, 2554 Wildwood Road, Allison Park, PA 15101
Saints Martha and Mary Parish is seeking to hire a full time Director of
Evangelization. The Director of Evangelization will oversee the parish’s efforts to
form missionary disciples as they encounter and are transformed by the living
Jesus Christ. The Director is responsible for developing a strategic plan to grow
the parish community of the Hampton and Richland areas as a member of the
Pastoral Team. This position advances the catechetical and evangelical programs
that draw all to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and a more intimate
understanding of the Catholic faith, wherever they are on their faith journey. A
complete position description is available upon request.
Mary Jordan mjordan@stsmarthaandmaryparish.org
Posted 8-11-2022
Saints Martha and Mary Parish is seeking to hire a full time Director of
Evangelization. The Director of Evangelization will oversee the parish’s efforts to
form missionary disciples as they encounter and are transformed by the living
Jesus Christ. The Director is responsible for developing a strategic plan to grow
the parish community of the Hampton and Richland areas as a member of the
Pastoral Team. This position advances the catechetical and evangelical programs
that draw all to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and a more intimate
understanding of the Catholic faith, wherever they are on their faith journey. A
complete position description is available upon request.
Mary Jordan mjordan@stsmarthaandmaryparish.org
Posted 8-11-2022
ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center, 2067 Evergreen Road, Villa Maria, PA 16155
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center (VMESC), a thriving retreat center in Villa Maria, Pennsylvania and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, is seeking a Full-time Assistant Executive Director.
This person will serve on the ministry team of the center and will work collaboratively with the President/CEO in nurturing the growth and development of VMESC by helping to design and implement a variety of spiritual and educational programs, scheduling and welcoming hosted groups, overseeing youth programs and coordinating hospitality for all VMESC guests. A commitment to faith-based ministry is required as well as executive leadership qualities and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment. Educational Credentials: Bachelor’s degree required (areas might be theology, ethics, ministry or related disciplines); Master’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent experience and/or education. Job Description available upon request.
To apply for this position, e-mail your resume to jmkudlacz@humilityofmary.org, or, send to:
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center
2067 Evergreen Road
PO Box 424
Villa Maria, PA 16155
posted 9/22/2021
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center (VMESC), a thriving retreat center in Villa Maria, Pennsylvania and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, is seeking a Full-time Assistant Executive Director.
This person will serve on the ministry team of the center and will work collaboratively with the President/CEO in nurturing the growth and development of VMESC by helping to design and implement a variety of spiritual and educational programs, scheduling and welcoming hosted groups, overseeing youth programs and coordinating hospitality for all VMESC guests. A commitment to faith-based ministry is required as well as executive leadership qualities and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment. Educational Credentials: Bachelor’s degree required (areas might be theology, ethics, ministry or related disciplines); Master’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent experience and/or education. Job Description available upon request.
To apply for this position, e-mail your resume to jmkudlacz@humilityofmary.org, or, send to:
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center
2067 Evergreen Road
PO Box 424
Villa Maria, PA 16155
posted 9/22/2021
Guidelines for Application
FOR DIOCESE OF YOUNGSTOWN MINISTRY POSITIONS
Listed above are the positions available in the Diocese of Youngstown for Ministry Year 2021-2022. Persons currently employed as a Parish Minister in the Diocese of Youngstown may send a cover letter and a resume directly to the pastor, and are asked to notify Barbara Walko, Diocesan Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry, of any applications for consultation services.
Interested persons not currently employed in a parish of the Diocese of Youngstown are asked to:
QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARISH MINISTERS
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Parish Pastoral Associates, Directors of Youth Ministry, Directors of Young Adult Ministry Parish Directors of Religious Education, Directors of Catechesis and Evangelization
A Master’s Degree with one of the following variations:
Parish Pastoral Ministers, Coordinators of Youth Ministry, Coordinators of Young Adult Ministry, Parish Coordinators of Religious Education, Coordinators of Catechesis and Evangelization
A Bachelor’s degree with one of the following variations:
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
ADMINISTRATIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Interested persons not currently employed in a parish of the Diocese of Youngstown are asked to:
- Submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts and references to the Diocesan Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry to initiate selection and to receive information regarding positions available.
- Set an appointment with the Diocesan Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry or the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for orientation to diocesan guidelines for certification and employment procedures.
- Send a letter of interest and resume directly to parishes and notify Barbara Walko of any application.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARISH MINISTERS
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Parish Pastoral Associates, Directors of Youth Ministry, Directors of Young Adult Ministry Parish Directors of Religious Education, Directors of Catechesis and Evangelization
A Master’s Degree with one of the following variations:
- MA/MS in Theology, Catechetics, Youth Ministry, Pastoral Ministry, Religious Studies, or another related theological area, plus: Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following areas (if not represented in the MA): administration, supervision, catechetical methods, pastoral ministry, or youth ministry.
- MA/MS in Education or Education Administration, plus: Twenty-four (24) semester credits in Catechetics and Theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, Liturgy, Sacraments, Systematics, Morality).
- MA/MS in unrelated field. Twenty-four (24) semester credits in Catechetics and Theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, Liturgy, Sacraments, Systematics, Morality). Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following areas (if not represented in the MA): administration, supervision, catechetical methods, pastoral ministry, or youth ministry.
- A person with a Bachelor’s Degree who does not as yet meet this standard can be hired with a Temporary Certificate and a plan of study agreed upon by the parish staff person and the pastor.
Parish Pastoral Ministers, Coordinators of Youth Ministry, Coordinators of Young Adult Ministry, Parish Coordinators of Religious Education, Coordinators of Catechesis and Evangelization
A Bachelor’s degree with one of the following variations:
- BA in Theology, Catechetics, Youth Ministry, Pastoral Ministry, Religious Studies or another related theological area, plus: Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following area (if not represented in the BA): administration, catechetical methods, pastoral ministry, or youth ministry.
- BA/BS in Education, plus: Twenty-four (24) semester credits in Catechetics and Theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, Liturgy, Sacraments, Systematics, Morality).
- BA/BS in unrelated field, plus: Twenty-four (24) semester credits in Catechetics and Theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, Liturgy, Sacraments, Systematics, Morality). Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following areas (if not represented in the BA): administration, pastoral ministry, catechetical methods, or youth ministry.
- A person working toward a Bachelor’s degree who does not yet meet this standard may be hired with a Temporary Certificate and a plan of study agreed upon by the parish staff person and the pastor.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Witness to the Gospel and the sacramental life of the Church through personal living faith.
- Sensitivity to others, that respects differences and nurtures good work relationships.
- Openness to new ideas and self-evaluation.
- Willingness to continue personal and professional growth.
- Sensitivity to the particular culture and make-up of the parish.
- Commitment to the implementation of the philosophy and policies of the Diocese of Youngstown.
- Compliance with the Diocese of Youngstown Child Protection Policy.
EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of three years of supervised catechetical or other pastoral experience.
- Minimum of one year of administration of catechetical, pastoral, or youth ministry programs.
- Understanding of and agreement with major Church documents applicable to the ministry position.
- Understanding of the nature of adult faith formation, comprehensive youth ministry, elementary catechetics, and other pastoral programs.
ADMINISTRATIVE QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to plan and coordinate a variety of programs.
- Ability to work with a team as well as to accomplish goals independently.
- Interpersonal skills for enablement and conflict management.
- Understanding of effective communications and public relations.
- Awareness of legal responsibilities and the ability to respond appropriately to legal concerns.
- Knowledge of financial budgeting and accountability.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other administrators to set goals, develop policies, and design programs.
- Ability for development, design, supervision, and evaluation of pastoral processes.